Verdict
2024 GMC Canyon: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 GMC Canyon — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most truck.
Owners filed 204 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 76% of 2024 trucks. Exterior Lighting leads the reports (69%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 trucks, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
204
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
3
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
18
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 76% of 2024 trucks
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 trucks by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Exterior Lighting issues lead owner complaints (69% of 204 reports), followed by electrical system (11%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 204 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11650324, ODI 11627065, ODI 11626108, ODI 11625037, ODI 11622349.
Recalls(3)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Air BagsNov 2025 · 25V856000Details +Close −
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.
Exterior LightingDec 2024 · 24V673000Details +Close −
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Canyon vehicles. The headlights may flicker while driving and while the vehicle is in park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Headlights flickering can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace a module in the headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242468880.
Fuel System · 24V491000Details +Close −
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The lock ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly may not have been fully locked during assembly, which can result in a fuel leak during a crash.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC Customer Call Center at (888) 988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242451330.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
2024 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon 2WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 | 23 | 20 |
| Canyon 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 | 22 | 19 |
| Canyon Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 17 | 20 | 18 |
| Canyon AT4X 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Canyon AT4X AEV 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 16 | 16 | 16 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
Before you buy
Useful next checks
Federal records tell you about patterns. These checks can tell you more about the specific car in front of you.
These are affiliate links. TireKick may earn a fee if you use one.
Compare model years
"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2024 GMC Canyon: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 GMC Canyon?
Owners filed 204 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 GMC Canyon — more complaints than 76% of comparable 2024 trucks, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 GMC Canyon?
The most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (69% of complaints) and electrical system (11%).
How many recalls does the 2024 GMC Canyon have?
3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2024 GMC Canyon, covering components such as air bags. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 GMC Canyon get?
The EPA rates the 2024 GMC Canyon between 16 and 20 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.